 Spring is here and so is our Observation Station!
Dear Families,
Spring brings exciting learning opportunities to our school with our Observation Station. Located in the lobby by the cafeteria, this interactive exhibit provides a real-time look at life cycles and growth. This year, students can observe ant farms, caterpillars, cabbage plants, and hatching chicken eggs, connecting classroom concepts to tangible experiences. Students are invited to observe, predict, and record their findings, reinforcing science and math concepts. Questions are answered weekly by our math resource teacher. Teachers are utilizing the station as a valuable resource, integrating it into their curriculum and enriching student understanding. Please feel free to visit during an upcoming school event and see the learning in action.
Sincerely,
Michelle Makrigiorgos
Principal
Our Schools, Our Future – Spring Series 2025: Community Conversations
FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid is hosting a series of Community and Employee Conversations across the school division this spring. These events are a valuable opportunity for you and your communities to share your thoughts, ask questions, and engage directly with Dr. Reid. Your input matters, and we encourage you to participate.
Community Conversations
Interpreter services will be provided for all events.
Dr. Reid values your communities' input, and we look forward to seeing you at the community conversations. Feel free to submit questions anytime on the Superintendent’s webpage or by emailing Superintendent@fcps.edu.
SOL Schedule - Spring 2025
As a reminder, please try to avoid appointments or travel plans on these dates.
3rd Grade
May 9 - Reading
May 14 - Math
4th Grade
May 8 - Reading
May 15 - Math
5th Grade
May 13 - Reading
May 16 - Science
May 20 - Math
6th Grade
May 12 - Reading
May 21 - Math
Coming Soon: School Start Times Survey
Last year, FCPS held community forums and surveyed middle school families regarding middle school start times. Now, we would like to hear from all staff and families on the possibility of adjusting school start times across the division. The goal remains to begin middle school at 8 a.m. or later at the start of the 2026-27 school year.
On April 1, a survey link will be sent by email to staff, parents/caregivers, and students in grades 5-12. The confidential survey will be open for two weeks and will be available in multiple languages.
Lost and Found
Do any of these items look familiar? Please have your child claim their lost clothing located near Door 10. All unclaimed items will be donated soon.
Kindergarten Orientation
Kindergarten Orientation is scheduled for Monday, April 28th from 2-3pm. Your child must be registered in order for you to attend.
Spread the word, especially if you have families in your neighborhood! There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for our spring orientation! Details to come! Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact Ms. Jennifer Hanks, school registrar.
Advanced Academics: Screening for Subject Specific and Part-Time Services
Please be on the lookout for the Spring Advanced Academics Programs (AAP) Newsletter in your student’s Tuesday folder next week. The newsletter includes information about screening for Subject Specific and Part-Time AAP services. We will be reviewing data on all students to determine services for the start of next school year.
If your grade 2-6 student was screened for Full-Time AAP services, Full-Time AAP eligibility decisions from the AAP office will be sent to the enrolling parent’s email on or before April 4th. Referrals for Full-Time AAP services must be submitted to the school’s AART by December 15, annually.
Upcoming School Events
March 31st - Holiday - no school
April 1st - Teacher Workday, Student Holiday
April 3rd - Louise Archer vs. Wolftrap Staff Volleyball Game, 6:30pm at Madison HS
April 9 - STEAM Extravaganza, 6-7:30pm, Cafeteria
 Chick Crew hard at work!
We love having you as a part of the Louise Archer family! Like and follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date on all of the exciting things happening at our school!
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